Flying from Seoul to Phuket International Airport (HKT): what you need to know
There are two main airports you can fly out of in Seoul. Check out your options departing from Incheon International Airport (ICN) or Gimpo International Airport (GMP) when booking your flight from Seoul to Phuket International Airport (HKT).
Jump on a direct flight from Seoul to Phuket International Airport and you'll be in the air for around 6 hours 23 minutes.
Phuket is 2 hours behind Seoul. Phuket International Airport is located in Phuket, which operates on the UTC+7 timezone.
With 19 direct flights a week between the two airports, Incheon International Airport (ICN) to Phuket International Airport (HKT) is the most popular route. Korean Air operates the earliest flight at 16:55. If you'd like to get more out of your day before taking off, the last flight from ICN to HKT is with Korean Air at 17:55.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Seoul to HKT. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
Head to the airport even earlier during popular months like July. Aim for two hours before domestic departures and up to four hours for international journeys. After checking in, you can use any extra time to relax or grab something to eat.
Gimpo International Airport (GMP)
Looking to fly out of Gimpo International Airport (GMP)? You can book a direct flight from Seoul to Phuket International Airport (HKT) out of this popular hub.
Board your direct flight from Seoul to HKT with Korean Air. This is one of the leading airlines operating this route out of GMP.
Visit friends or family or just take a moment to freshen up with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your flight from Seoul to Phuket International Airport, browse these options when heading out from Gimpo International Airport:
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
From central Seoul, GMP is around 10 miles away. When working out how to get there, find out whether public transport is available or if it's better to drive.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before catching your flight from Seoul to HKT? Kick back in a hotel near Gimpo International Airport before your trip officially begins. Consider one of these stays:
About Phuket International Airport (HKT)
Reserve a hotel close to HKT if you're catching a late flight from Seoul to Phuket International Airport. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Phuket International Airport (HKT) to central Phuket
From Phuket International Airport, Phuket is approximately 20 miles away. It takes around 50 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour and 20 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Seoul to Phuket International Airport (HKT)
£58 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Seoul to Phuket International Airport. Return flights start from £141. Prices are subject to change based on availability and may vary at the time of booking.
Book 9 months before flying. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from Seoul to HKT.
Plan your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Seoul to Phuket International Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the best price across every month.
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The best time to fly from Seoul to Phuket International Airport (HKT)
July is the busiest month for flights from Seoul to Phuket International Airport. To avoid the crowds, visit Phuket in April when things are quieter.
Think about the type of weather that'll work with your plans for Phuket. March is known as the warmest month. Book your flights from Seoul to HKT sometime then and you can expect temperatures of between 25ºC and 32ºC.
Look for cheap flights from Seoul to Phuket International Airport in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 24ºC and 30ºC on average.
More about Phuket
Start your Phuket trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Seoul to Phuket International Airport, browse our range of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to figure out where to begin. Pum's Cooking School, Patong Beach, V.MarineTour- Phi Phi Islands Day Trip - Private Boat Charters and Tourist Information Centre Phuket Old Town are major attractions which should feature on any well-planned Phuket itinerary.
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